The more Ruan Mianmian thought about it, the more uneasy he became. The palace was no different from other places. It would not be an exaggeration to say that it was shocking at every step. People around him had to know the details.
"Sister Jiu'er, what are your abilities?"
"I am Ruan Jiu. Among the seventeen people, I am neither above nor below. The most difficult and dangerous things are usually done by Ruan One to Ruan Five."
"So your martial arts skills are neither above nor below the middle of the pack?"
"Miss guessed wrong this time." Jiu'er patted his chest and said confidently: "My martial arts is second only to Ruan Yi and Ruan Er."
"Hey, didn't you say you can't get up or down?"
"Young lady, I don't know. It's not just the martial arts that rank you high, it also depends on temperament, experience and other factors."
Ruan Mianmian nodded with satisfaction: "I understand, it's just a comprehensive evaluation. But as long as you follow my instructions, your martial arts skills will be fine, and the rest is not important."
Jiu'er looked at Ruan Mianmian and saw that she was smiling a little weirdly, and her heart skipped a beat.
"Miss, why are you asking this suddenly?"
"Congratulations, you have the opportunity to accompany me to visit the palace tomorrow." Ruan Mianmian patted Jiu'er's thigh. She had no choice but to pat her shoulder, but she was too short.
"Miss, are you kidding?"
"No kidding." Ruan Mianmian smiled so hard that his eyes narrowed into slits, "Just taking this opportunity, I will introduce you to my little brother."
"Miss, the palace is like no other. You must not barge in without being summoned." Jiuer hurriedly warned.
Ruan Mianmian said casually: "Okay, I understand."
It seemed that the young lady didn't listen at all, Jiuer shook his head helplessly.
At this time, Shuang'er came in with meals, followed by Zhou Yuning.
Ruan Mianmian stepped forward and threw herself into Zhou Yunning's arms: "Mother."
"When you wake up, do you feel uncomfortable somewhere?" Zhou Yuning asked with concern.
After being stunned for a moment, Ruan Mianmian shook his head: "I'm fine."
"You fell asleep for a long time after you came back, and I couldn't wake you up no matter how you screamed." Zhou Yunning looked worried, "I was wondering if I should report it to your grandfather and find a good doctor for you."
Ruan Mianmian recalled that it was indeed as her mother said, and she fell into a drowsy state several times.
An idea flashed in his mind, and Ruan Mianmian thought about it carefully. Every time he overworked himself, he would fall into a deep sleep. Is it because his soul has not fully adapted to this small body?
"Mom, there's no need to call the doctor. I'm really fine." Ruan Mianmian felt that she could rest assured by explaining clearly, "I was just too tired, so I fell asleep."
"Is it that simple?" Zhou Yunning was doubtful.
Jiu'er helped: "Third Madam, the young lady will not make fun of her body. I followed her to serve her, and I also felt that she was quite tired."
"Your grandfather was a bit strict." Zhou Yunning thought it was because she was busy with her studies. She touched Ruan Mianmian's cheek distressedly, "Only a strict teacher can produce a good disciple."
Shuang'er put all the meals on the table: "Third Madam, Miss, please have a meal."
Since moving to Yanlongyuan, Shuang'er no longer sat at the table with their mother and daughter. She said that there were rules in the mansion and she couldn't break them. Jiu'er followed her after she came.
The mother and daughter didn't force themselves. They just picked up only a corner of the food and didn't flip it around. After they finished eating, Shuang'er and Jiu'er ate the rest.
Ruan Mianmian sat with Zhou Yuning for a while, and then went to Fu'an Hall while Jiu'er finished eating. Her grandfather repeatedly told Jiu'er to follow her closely.
"By the way, your grandmother asked Aunt Yun to bring someone to tailor a dress for you at noon. I asked her to make it according to the measurements of the old clothes. I didn't expect it to be delivered in just half a day."
"Is it ready so soon?"
"Yes, Grandma Yun also told you to try it as soon as you wake up. If you find anything inappropriate, please tell me immediately."
"Then I'll try it now."
Zhou Yuning unpacked her bags and sighed when she saw the new clothes: "It's too luxurious."
Ruan Mianmian looked carefully, and even though she didn't understand, she could see that the material was very good, but she knew very well that her grandmother must have kicked her out specially when she knew that she was going to enter the palace.
"Oh my God! Yun Jin, this is a tribute!" Zhou Yuning suddenly exclaimed, her hands trembling as she gently brushed the new clothes.
"Mother, is this material very precious?" Ruan Mianmian could tell from Zhou Yuning's expression that Yun Brocade was no ordinary object.
Zhou Yunning stuttered when she spoke: "Yun brocade is not only a tribute, but also a material for making dragon robes and wind robes."
"That must be a reward from the palace." Ruan Mianmian reacted very quickly.
"It should be a gift from the emperor." Zhou Yunning felt incredible, "It stands to reason that Yun brocade should be kept well. How could your grandmother use it to make clothes for you?"
Ruan Mianmian had already picked up the clothes and put them on her body while she was talking: "Just right, just right, not too long, not too short, it fits very well."
"Be careful." Zhou Yuning hurriedly held the valuable clothes in her hands to avoid them falling to the ground and getting dirty.
Ruan Mianmian didn't know whether to laugh or cry: "Mother, don't be so careful, no matter how precious the material is, you have to wear the clothes.
"I think it's better to put it away." Zhou Yuning took the clothes that Ruan Mianmian took off.
"Miss, I've finished eating." Jiu'er ate very quickly, Shuang'er only ate half of the bowl, and she had already finished two bowls.
"Mother, Adong has been here twice. I'm going to Fu'an Hall to prevent my grandfather and grandmother from worrying."
"Go." Zhou Yuning watched Ruan Mianmian leave with Jiu'er.
After dinner, Ruan Geng and his wife sat in the courtyard of Fu'an Hall and chatted. From time to time, they would take turns to get up and walk around, glancing secretly towards the courtyard door.
Aunt Yun couldn't help laughing and asked: "Old Marquis, Old Madam, since you are worried about Miss, why don't you just go to the Yanlong Courtyard and have a look?"
"Ayun, are you pretending not to know if you really don't know?" Mrs. Ruan rolled her eyes at Nanny Yun.
"It seems to me, you are overthinking. Miss is not that kind of person."
Ruan Geng frowned: "Even if Mianmian doesn't blame us, we still feel like we can't explain to her."
"No one expected that the eldest lady would be pregnant at this time." Aunt Yun said with relief, "Don't worry, although the young lady is young, she is sensible."
"Oh, sister Jiu'er, I seem to hear someone praising me."
The sound of laughter sounded like silver bells. Ruan Geng, his wife and Grandma Yun raised their heads and looked in the direction of the sound, and saw Jiu'er jumping down from the wall with Ruan Mianmian in his arms.
"Be careful!" the three of them exclaimed in unison.
Jiu'er landed firmly and put down Ruan Mianmian. She spread her short legs and ran over: "Grandpa, grandma!"
When Ruan Geng and his wife saw their precious granddaughter running over, they couldn't help but squat down together, and Ruan Mianmian put his arms around their necks respectively.
Ruan Geng and his wife felt relieved when they saw Ruan Mianmian being intimate with them as usual.
Mrs. Ruan made a gesture and gently knocked on Ruan Mianmian's head: "If you don't leave the door open, you won't be afraid of falling if you have to climb over the wall." This chapter has been completed!